1988 Ford Transit 2.5L Diesel · F135 BNW
1988 Ford Transit (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 1988. Recorded mileage 66,677 miles. MOT expired on 01 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- FORD TRANSIT
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,677 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F135 BNW Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/04/2025
- 66,677 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F135 BNW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Ford Transit (F135 BNW) between May 2024 and April 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
F135 BNW Mileage History
- 18/05/202465,316 mi
- 03/04/202566,677 mi+1,361 mi
Average of roughly 1,553 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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